Sr Buyer

Paligen Technologies; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401k with company matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Paligen Technologies in Tampa, FL is seeking a Sr Buyer to manage compliant, cost‑effective procurement of materials and services within budget and to support contractual delivery to customers. Under general supervision, you will process purchase orders, payments, and develop indirect purchasing workflows while maintaining compliance and efficiency in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities include supplier selection, bid evaluations, negotiating schedules, collaborating with Engineering, QA,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of procurement/supply chain experience; defense knowledge preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and supplier performance management.

Responsibilities

• Handle compliant, cost-efficient procurement within budget and delivery requirements.
• Process purchase orders, payments, and develop indirect purchasing workflows.
• Support supplier selection, bid evaluations, and long-term agreements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, QA, Manufacturing, Planning, and Facilities.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain procurement records.
• Resolve procurement issues and ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Vendor management

Supply chain processes

Procurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

At Paligen Technologies, our drive for success is strengthened knowing each of us supports the U.S. warfighter and modernizes the U.S. defense industrial base.

We support each team member with a comprehensive benefits package that fosters growth and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401k with company matching
• Paid time off
• Holidays

01. Our Vision

To transform industry through innovation in manufacturing and engineering solutions.

Open Positions

Position:Sr Buyer

Location: Tampa, FL

Job Id:275

# of Openings:2

Job Title: Sr Buyer

Job Family: Supply Chain

Location: Tampa, FL (on – site)

Job Summary:

The Sr Buyer is responsible for compliant, cost-effective acquisition of materials and services that are within budget and support contractual delivery requirement to customers. Under general supervision, position is responsible for purchase orders, payments, developing and maintaining an indirect (internal use) procurement process that is efficient, compliant, and supports organization goals. Highly adaptable, organized, and collaborative, with the ability to work multiple requirements at the same time in a fast-paced environment, are skills and experience required for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports Supplier Selection and approval in accordance with the Purchasing Strategy. Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc. and ensures all applicable data is current at supplier.
• With the support and approval of a Sr Manager and other members of the leadership team, develops and documents work-flow(s) for indirect purchasing, and maintains an internal customer Sharepoint site with instructions and guidance relative to the indirect purchasing process.
• Supports continuous improvement and new process development as needed.
• Maintains well organized files for all indirect awards, such that others can easily find information when needed.
• Solicits quotes, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules, and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions, and where appropriate, supports the establishment of long-term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements.
• Communicates and collaborates with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Planning, Facilities, and other departments as necessary to ensure their requirements are met.
• Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, and ensures schedules are met.
• Monitors supplier performance and prepares reports and other records pertaining to the items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance and/or inventories, as applicable.
• Resolves problems related to purchasing, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier; determines source of the problem and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/ExperienceNeeded:

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or in absence of a degree, 10 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience working with Supply Chain processes; to include procurement, sourcing, supplier performance.
• Excel, Power Point, Project, and MRP/ERP system experience required. Employer uses Deltek Costpoint.
• Highly adaptable and organized to successfully support the procurement needs for multiple programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working within the defense and aerospace industry or a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement, such as Operational Excellence, and LEAN initiatives preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Travel: <5%, possibly to support other locations with occasional travel to manufacturing sites or suppliers.
• Work Environment: Office work environment.
• U.S. Person/Background Investigation / Drug Screen: Required.

Paligen Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique skills and capabilities that our team members bring to our mission. We make all hiring and employment decisions based solely on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs. We strictly prohibit discrimination, ensuring a fair and objective selection process for all applicants.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.